Buddhism: 95%Muslim: 3.8%
Christianity: 0.5%
Hinduism: 0.1
Other: 0.6%
Buddhism is the main form of Religion of Thailand. Buddhism is considered very much a religion, but is also considered a philosophy that focuses on spiritual development. The word comes from 'budhi', meaning 'to awaken'. It came from around "2,500 years ago when Siddhartha Gotama, known as the Buddha, was himself awakened (enlightened) at the age of 35"
There are many celebrations and joyfull occasions dedicated to Buddha that go on throughout the year but the most significant one takes place every May on the night of the full moon. During this celebration Buddhists are celebrating the birth, enlightenment and death of the Buddha over 2,500 years ago and is called Buddha Day. The day is filled with prayers,parades, and many villages have large parties filled with colorful decorations and all types of food.
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